What is the cheapest way to get from Paris to La Rochelle?

The cheapest way to get from Paris to La Rochelle is to rideshare which costs €25 - €35 and takes 5h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Paris to La Rochelle?

The fastest way to get from Paris to La Rochelle is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs €45 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Paris and La Rochelle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arriving at La Rochelle. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Paris and La Rochelle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 and arriving at La Rochelle Ville. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Paris to La Rochelle?

The distance between Paris and La Rochelle is 462 km. The road distance is 468.6 km.

How do I travel from Paris to La Rochelle without a car?

The best way to get from Paris to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs €45 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Paris to La Rochelle?

The train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to La Rochelle Ville takes 3h 2m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Paris to La Rochelle bus from?

Paris to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where do I catch the Paris to La Rochelle train from?

Paris to La Rochelle train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 station.

Train or bus from Paris to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Paris to La Rochelle is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs €45 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €70 and takes 8h.

Where does the Paris to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Paris to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at La Rochelle station.

Where does the Paris to La Rochelle train arrive?

Paris to La Rochelle train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at La Rochelle Ville station.

Can I drive from Paris to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Paris to La Rochelle is 469 km. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Paris to La Rochelle.

How do I get a train ticket from Paris to La Rochelle?

Book your Paris to La Rochelle train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Paris to La Rochelle?

Book your Paris to La Rochelle bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2375+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Can I share a ride from Paris to La Rochelle?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Paris and La Rochelle. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Paris to La Rochelle - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Paris to La Rochelle by train (TGV), bus, car, plane, train, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to La Rochelle VilleTgv
3h 2m
€45–160
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Paris to La Rochelle469.2 km
5h 10m
€25–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to La RochelleN723 / ...
8h
€26–70
Drive 468.6 km
1. Drive from Paris to La Rochelle468.6 km
4h 30m
€72–103
Fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)CDG - NTE
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle
5h 58m
€107–308
Fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)CDG - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelle
7h 1m
€114–288

Paris to La Rochelle by train

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Distance: 462.3 km
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Paris, France and La Rochelle, France?

TGV inOui operates a train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to La Rochelle Ville every 4 hours. Tickets cost €45–110 and the journey takes 3h 2m. Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to La Rochelle twice daily. Tickets cost €40–60 and the journey takes 8h. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route twice daily.

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